The Japanese fluvial sculpin is a small, freshwater fish typically measuring 3-5 inches and weighing up to 0.2 pounds. It has a robust, flattened body with mottled brown and gray coloration. Inhabiting cool, fast-flowing streams, it feeds on aquatic insects and small invertebrates. This species is known for its territorial behavior and preference for rocky substrates. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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